Expansion with aligners

Expansion is one of the most predictable movements with aligners, but predictability doesn’t come from the software alone.

Proper staging and arch development control are essential to avoid tipping, unwanted side effects, and instability.

When expansion is planned gradually, aligners can deliver stable and controlled arch development, not just wider arches on screen, but clinically meaningful results.

In this document, you will find a clear, clinically applicable step-by-step protocol. I share the exact sequence I use in practice: biomechanics, staging decisions, anchorage control, and the small details that make the difference between theory and predictable results.

This is a practical guide focused on what actually works clinically, not just what looks good in the software.

Designed for colleagues who want more control, fewer unwanted side effects, and more predictable outcomes with aligner therapy.

I offer remote orthodontic treatment planning consultations for colleagues who want structured guidance in aligner biomechanics.
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Thank you so much for your interest and for supporting my work. It truly means a lot to me. I’m happy to share this with you and hope you’ll find it genuinely useful in your clinical practice.